My Favourite Beaches
Kye Bay is a beautiful place to explore. Walk along the rocky shore, take out a kayak or SUP board, or have a bbq in the park. Low tide offers the best intertidal pools to investigate.
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Kye Bay
272 Kye Bay RdKye Bay is a beautiful place to explore. Walk along the rocky shore, take out a kayak or SUP board, or have a bbq in the park. Low tide offers the best intertidal pools to investigate.
Air Force beach offers a sandy shore to lay on and enjoy the day. Parking is paid so check in at the campground office to pay for a day pass.
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Air Force Beach, Comox
Air Force beach offers a sandy shore to lay on and enjoy the day. Parking is paid so check in at the campground office to pay for a day pass.
A beautiful pebble beach that offers beautiful views, an abundance of wildlife, and a boat launch.
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Point Holmes
988 Lazo RdA beautiful pebble beach that offers beautiful views, an abundance of wildlife, and a boat launch.
Fresh Water Oases
Beautiful trails to explore along the Puntledge River. Stop and take in the waterfall or cool off in the pools.
Biking trails, Forested trails, Horseback riding trails, Mountain biking trails, Off leash trails, Scenic views, Swimming, Waterfront
Amenities:
Dog bag dispenser, Parking lot, Picnic tables, Outhouse, Wheelchair facilities
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Nymph Falls (waterfall)
4466 Forbidden Plateau RdBeautiful trails to explore along the Puntledge River. Stop and take in the waterfall or cool off in the pools.
Biking trails, Forested trails, Horseback riding trails, Mountain biking trails, Off leash trails, Scenic views, Swimming, Waterfront
Amenities:
Dog bag dispenser, Parking lot, Picnic tables, Outhouse, Wheelchair facilities
Enjoy the day at this beautiful and serene lake.
Activities: hiking, swimming, fishing, camping, boating, kayaking, SUPing.
West Coast Water Sports in the Cumberland Lake Park Campground rents kayaks, SUP boards and Hammocrafts.
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Comox Lake
Enjoy the day at this beautiful and serene lake.
Activities: hiking, swimming, fishing, camping, boating, kayaking, SUPing.
West Coast Water Sports in the Cumberland Lake Park Campground rents kayaks, SUP boards and Hammocrafts.
Cumberland Potholes (aka China Bowls/Perseverance Potholes), are a hidden gem tucked within the forests of Cumberland.
A quick internet search will bring you to a post by Vancouver Island View who offers great descriptions and directions.
China Bowls
BroadwayCumberland Potholes (aka China Bowls/Perseverance Potholes), are a hidden gem tucked within the forests of Cumberland.
A quick internet search will bring you to a post by Vancouver Island View who offers great descriptions and directions.
Food scene - Lunch and Dinner
Best sushi and service in the Valley (imo).
BUSINESS HOURS
Mon 11:30 AM - 9:00 PM
Tue Closed
Wed 11:30 AM - 9:00 PM
Thu 11:30 AM - 9:00 PM
Fri 11:30 AM - 9:00 PM
Sat 11:30 AM - 9:00 PM
Sun 11:30 AM - 8:45 PM
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Sushi Wara
2082 Comox AveBest sushi and service in the Valley (imo).
BUSINESS HOURS
Mon 11:30 AM - 9:00 PM
Tue Closed
Wed 11:30 AM - 9:00 PM
Thu 11:30 AM - 9:00 PM
Fri 11:30 AM - 9:00 PM
Sat 11:30 AM - 9:00 PM
Sun 11:30 AM - 8:45 PM
Tantalize your tastebuds with a Boonie's pizza!
Naturally Leavened, Canadian Organic Flour.
Approximately 18" Hand Stretched Pizza.
Hours: Tues - Sat 3-9 PM
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Boonies Pizza
1705 Comox AvenueTantalize your tastebuds with a Boonie's pizza!
Naturally Leavened, Canadian Organic Flour.
Approximately 18" Hand Stretched Pizza.
Hours: Tues - Sat 3-9 PM
The Blackfin Pub offers a great selection of international wines, craft beers, and delicious West Coast menu. They have a wonderful view of the marina and harbour.
Hours of operation are:
Tuesday to Saturday 11am-10pm
Kitchen open daily 11am-9pm
*All guests must be over the age of 19 to dine at the Blackfin Pub.
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Blackfin Pub
132 Port Augusta StThe Blackfin Pub offers a great selection of international wines, craft beers, and delicious West Coast menu. They have a wonderful view of the marina and harbour.
Hours of operation are:
Tuesday to Saturday 11am-10pm
Kitchen open daily 11am-9pm
*All guests must be over the age of 19 to dine at the Blackfin Pub.
Great place to enjoy a beverage and/or food on their big patio. No tvs means socializing is encouraged!
Huge selection of craft beers.
Hours:
Sunday to Wednesday: Noon - 11 pm
Thursday to Saturday: Noon - Midnight
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Church St. Taphouse
215 Church StGreat place to enjoy a beverage and/or food on their big patio. No tvs means socializing is encouraged!
Huge selection of craft beers.
Hours:
Sunday to Wednesday: Noon - 11 pm
Thursday to Saturday: Noon - Midnight
Delicious is an understatement.
From their website:
At Toscano’s we take pride in bringing you the freshest locally sourced produce. Our kitchen then goes to work bringing you inspired Mediterranean dishes. The influence could be French, Italian, Spanish or even north African – we then take the best components and flavours from these regions and prepare our food in a way that honours the richness of this “land of plenty”.
Hours:
Tues - Sat 5 - 9pm
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Toscano's Mediterranean Grill
140 Port Augusta StDelicious is an understatement.
From their website:
At Toscano’s we take pride in bringing you the freshest locally sourced produce. Our kitchen then goes to work bringing you inspired Mediterranean dishes. The influence could be French, Italian, Spanish or even north African – we then take the best components and flavours from these regions and prepare our food in a way that honours the richness of this “land of plenty”.
Hours:
Tues - Sat 5 - 9pm
I get excited every time I am headed to Atlas. Incredible food and atmosphere. A MUST GO.
From their website: Atlas Café, in the Comox Valley, is the home of perfectly overstuffed breakfasts, bustling lunches and inspired dinners.
It’s where friends and family share laughs, colleagues share ideas, and the entire community gathers to share our passion for great food. For a restaurant with consistent quality food, service and fun in Downtown Courtenay, Atlas is the place to go.
Hours:
Tuesday: CLOSED TEMPORARILY
Wednesday: 11:25 AM - 8:30 PM
Thursday: 11:25 AM - 8:30 PM
Friday: 11:25 AM - 9 PM
Saturday: 8:25 AM - 9 PM
Sunday: 8:25 AM - 2:25 PM
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Atlas Cafe
250 6th StI get excited every time I am headed to Atlas. Incredible food and atmosphere. A MUST GO.
From their website: Atlas Café, in the Comox Valley, is the home of perfectly overstuffed breakfasts, bustling lunches and inspired dinners.
It’s where friends and family share laughs, colleagues share ideas, and the entire community gathers to share our passion for great food. For a restaurant with consistent quality food, service and fun in Downtown Courtenay, Atlas is the place to go.
Hours:
Tuesday: CLOSED TEMPORARILY
Wednesday: 11:25 AM - 8:30 PM
Thursday: 11:25 AM - 8:30 PM
Friday: 11:25 AM - 9 PM
Saturday: 8:25 AM - 9 PM
Sunday: 8:25 AM - 2:25 PM
This ramen makes you feel good. Comforting and delicious. Best enjoyed on site, freshly poured.
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Nikkei Ramen-ya
320 5th StThis ramen makes you feel good. Comforting and delicious. Best enjoyed on site, freshly poured.
Unique in all the best ways, the Yellow Deli is a warm and welcoming place to go for breakfast, soups, sandwiches, salads and hot/cold beverages.
Hours:
Tuesday: 7a.m.–9p.m.
Wednesday: 7a.m.–9p.m.
Thursday: 7a.m.–9p.m.
Friday: 7a.m.–3p.m.
Saturday: Closed
Sunday: 12–9p.m.
Monday
7a.m.–9p.m.
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Yellow Deli & Common Ground Bakery
596 5th StUnique in all the best ways, the Yellow Deli is a warm and welcoming place to go for breakfast, soups, sandwiches, salads and hot/cold beverages.
Hours:
Tuesday: 7a.m.–9p.m.
Wednesday: 7a.m.–9p.m.
Thursday: 7a.m.–9p.m.
Friday: 7a.m.–3p.m.
Saturday: Closed
Sunday: 12–9p.m.
Monday
7a.m.–9p.m.
Specializes in authentic Latin American food from different countries including Mexico, Colombia, and Peru. You wanna try it.
Hours:
Tues - Sat 5 - 8:30pm
Javier's Latin Cuisine Restaurant
307 B 14th StreetSpecializes in authentic Latin American food from different countries including Mexico, Colombia, and Peru. You wanna try it.
Hours:
Tues - Sat 5 - 8:30pm
Incredible food and service!
Hours:
Monday: 11a.m.–2:30p.m and 4–9p.m.
Tuesday: 11a.m.–2:30p.m and 4–9p.m.
Wednesday: 11a.m.–2:30p.m and 4–9p.m.
Thursday: 11a.m.–2:30p.m and 4–9p.m.
Friday: 11a.m.–2:30p.m and 4–10p.m.
Saturday: 11a.m.–2:30p.m and 4–10p.m.
Sunday: 11a.m.–2:30p.m and 4–9p.m.
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Manvirro's Indian Grill
450 Ryan RdIncredible food and service!
Hours:
Monday: 11a.m.–2:30p.m and 4–9p.m.
Tuesday: 11a.m.–2:30p.m and 4–9p.m.
Wednesday: 11a.m.–2:30p.m and 4–9p.m.
Thursday: 11a.m.–2:30p.m and 4–9p.m.
Friday: 11a.m.–2:30p.m and 4–10p.m.
Saturday: 11a.m.–2:30p.m and 4–10p.m.
Sunday: 11a.m.–2:30p.m and 4–9p.m.
Best tacos around!
From their website: Our menu aims to bring a little southern warmth up north, adding in the west coast influence that makes our community so special. We make our food from scratch, using local meats, fish, and fresh produce. Even our hot sauces are made fresh in house. It is simple food, but so good when done right.
Hours:
Tues -Sat 11am - 8pm
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Biblio Taco
2724 Dunsmuir AveBest tacos around!
From their website: Our menu aims to bring a little southern warmth up north, adding in the west coast influence that makes our community so special. We make our food from scratch, using local meats, fish, and fresh produce. Even our hot sauces are made fresh in house. It is simple food, but so good when done right.
Hours:
Tues -Sat 11am - 8pm
Coffee and Desserts
Excellent place to enjoy a cup of whatever makes you smile. Great treats and sanwiches.
There is seating and plugs if you are looking for a spot to do work.
Business Hours
Mon: 7:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Tue: 7:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Wed: 7:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Thu: 7:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Fri: 7:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Sat: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Sun: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
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The Mill
1761 C Comox AvenueExcellent place to enjoy a cup of whatever makes you smile. Great treats and sanwiches.
There is seating and plugs if you are looking for a spot to do work.
Business Hours
Mon: 7:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Tue: 7:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Wed: 7:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Thu: 7:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Fri: 7:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Sat: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Sun: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
This gelato will have you coming back for more! It's that good.
Offering homemade gelato & sorbetto, gourmet espresso drinks, panini sandwiches, soups, sweet and savoury waffles, crêpes, baked goods and so much more!
Hours: 7 days a week 8am - 9pm
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Benino Gelato
1740 Comox AveThis gelato will have you coming back for more! It's that good.
Offering homemade gelato & sorbetto, gourmet espresso drinks, panini sandwiches, soups, sweet and savoury waffles, crêpes, baked goods and so much more!
Hours: 7 days a week 8am - 9pm
A local favourite for donuts, coffee and breakfast sandwiches!
Hours:
Tuesday - 7a.m.–2:30p.m.
Wednesday - 7a.m.–2:30p.m.
Thursday - 7a.m.–2:30p.m.
Friday - 7a.m.–2:30p.m.
Saturday - 8a.m.–2:30p.m
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Bigfoot Donuts
477 5th StA local favourite for donuts, coffee and breakfast sandwiches!
Hours:
Tuesday - 7a.m.–2:30p.m.
Wednesday - 7a.m.–2:30p.m.
Thursday - 7a.m.–2:30p.m.
Friday - 7a.m.–2:30p.m.
Saturday - 8a.m.–2:30p.m
Favourite brunch places
Great brunch spot! Wait times can be long so go early (no resos).
Hours: Thursday to Monday 8am - 2pm
From their website:
Tidal Café is a locally owned go-to gathering spot for brunch, breakfast and lunch in beautiful Comox. We are proud to be voted Best Breakfast/Brunch in the Comox Valley in the 2021 Reader’s Choice Awards! Let our friendly staff welcome you, pour you a hot cup of coffee or espresso drink, and ensure a cozy, home-cooked, and satisfying dining experience. Our menu items feature thoughtfully sourced ingredients from our signature bowls and bennies to our baked goods and beverages. To top it all off, we’re just steps from the Comox marina, making every visit with us a scenic escape by the sea. And that’s exactly how we got our name!
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Tidal Café
146 Port Augusta StreetGreat brunch spot! Wait times can be long so go early (no resos).
Hours: Thursday to Monday 8am - 2pm
From their website:
Tidal Café is a locally owned go-to gathering spot for brunch, breakfast and lunch in beautiful Comox. We are proud to be voted Best Breakfast/Brunch in the Comox Valley in the 2021 Reader’s Choice Awards! Let our friendly staff welcome you, pour you a hot cup of coffee or espresso drink, and ensure a cozy, home-cooked, and satisfying dining experience. Our menu items feature thoughtfully sourced ingredients from our signature bowls and bennies to our baked goods and beverages. To top it all off, we’re just steps from the Comox marina, making every visit with us a scenic escape by the sea. And that’s exactly how we got our name!
This is my go-to brunch spot. Great food, fun atmosphere and friendly service.
Hours:
Thursday - Monday 9 AM - 2 PM
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Michaels Off Main
355 4th StThis is my go-to brunch spot. Great food, fun atmosphere and friendly service.
Hours:
Thursday - Monday 9 AM - 2 PM
Mouthwatering and very popular. Most likely will be a wait but worth it!
Hours:
Wed - Sun 8am - 1:30pm
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The Hen and Hog Cafe
1190 Cliffe AveMouthwatering and very popular. Most likely will be a wait but worth it!
Hours:
Wed - Sun 8am - 1:30pm
Sightseeing
Sea to Sky Expeditions has been offering amazing hiking, canoeing, kayaking, and rafting tours across BC and Canada since 1988.
Sea To Sky Expeditions
Sea to Sky Expeditions has been offering amazing hiking, canoeing, kayaking, and rafting tours across BC and Canada since 1988.
UB DIVING
2440 F Cliffe AvenuePADI 5 Star scuba instruction
From their website (they say it better than me):
For over 50 years we’ve been keen about the natural and cultural heritage of the breathtaking Comox Valley, located on the shores of the Strait of Georgia – and we like to show it off. Are we serious about what we do? You bet – award winning natural and cultural history, academic research, interpretation, preservation – and having fun!
Be our guest to find out why the Comox Valley – past and present, is one of the most plentiful places on earth. Take a fossil tour and travel 80 million years back in time; browse our galleries to delve into the stories that make our history come alive.
Fossil tours are back! Our very popular, fun and informative fossil tours are ready to book. It’s the perfect summer outing for you or visiting friends & family! Due to the popularity of the tour, pre-booking is required. Tours run Tuesday to Saturday, at 9am.
Hours:
Tues - Sat 10am - 4pm
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Courtenay & District Museum & Paleontology Centre
207 4th StFrom their website (they say it better than me):
For over 50 years we’ve been keen about the natural and cultural heritage of the breathtaking Comox Valley, located on the shores of the Strait of Georgia – and we like to show it off. Are we serious about what we do? You bet – award winning natural and cultural history, academic research, interpretation, preservation – and having fun!
Be our guest to find out why the Comox Valley – past and present, is one of the most plentiful places on earth. Take a fossil tour and travel 80 million years back in time; browse our galleries to delve into the stories that make our history come alive.
Fossil tours are back! Our very popular, fun and informative fossil tours are ready to book. It’s the perfect summer outing for you or visiting friends & family! Due to the popularity of the tour, pre-booking is required. Tours run Tuesday to Saturday, at 9am.
Hours:
Tues - Sat 10am - 4pm
Whale watching, grizzly watching, wildlife tours, helicopter tours, floatplane tours.
Eagle Eye Adventures
1003D K DockWhale watching, grizzly watching, wildlife tours, helicopter tours, floatplane tours.